Wright Contracting worked with Backen & Backen Architecture to preserve the Ehlers Estate historical legacy and premier site through a site-wide renovation.  The heart of the project the was re-imagining of the iconic stone barn winery, which dates back to 1886, with the goal of modernizing hospitality offerings and tasting experiences. The work included a complete interior redesign of the…

The Paraduxx Winery hospitality expansion and renovation project encompasses the addition of a VIP tasting room, a full commercial kitchen, guest restroom facilities and office space for winery staff. Spaces within the existing facility, which will be renovated, include hospitality areas, tasting rooms, a service pantry for food prep and restrooms. The project also includes renovations of the exterior spaces,…

The Rutherford Hill Winery project encompasses new construction and renovations to enhance the visitor experience at a property long known for its incredible valley views. Guests visiting the property will be greeted at a concierge building, the main focal point as they arrive. The modern concierge building was designed by Wayne Leong to complement the existing winery’s iconic wood timber…

In 2017, wildfire destroyed many of the structures and over 700 trees at Enchanted Hills Camp, which has been serving blind children, youth, adults and their families in Napa since 1950. Overall, 20 structures, almost half of the buildings, were destroyed. The Enchanted Hills team engaged in a rebuilding process with full  ADA accessibility and blind design in mind. The…

The world-renowned restaurant owner, Thomas Keller at French Laundry teamed up with Wright Contracting to create a whole new state of the art kitchen that is considered a culinary dream of function and style. To remain functional during construction, four fully functional pre-fabricated shipping containers were assembled in the courtyard to serve as a temporary kitchen with a breezeway connecting…

The incredible Knights Bridge Winery was designed to assume low a profile, complementing the existing landscape and blending seamlessly into the Knights Valley. As stewards of the land, the owners of Knights Bridge are committed to continuing their sustainable agricultural operation with no adverse impact on the unique rural nature of its surroundings. The construction elements of the project include…

The Heitz Cellar Tasting Salon project is a historical renovation of a beautiful stone building and surrounding property. Guests who come to visit will now meander down a reconfigured entry drive to a welcoming entry court. The interior of the building was completely renovated, including innovative lighting and specialized cabinetry, along with creation of a first-class demonstration kitchen. Additional aspects…

The Jenner Inn, with it’s beautiful wood paneled spaces and views of the river, has undergone a remodel of 8 units, as well as decks, stairs, and a general refresh of the exterior. The Inn is ready to welcome you- come sit on the deck or beside the woodstove and enjoy the view.

The Montage Healdsburg is an ambitious and exciting project developed on 258 beautiful, wooded rolling acres interspersed with vineyards in northern Healdsburg. The project broke ground in the Spring of 2018 and was complete in 2020. The resort includes a main lodge with 16,000 SF of versatile meeting and banquet space, a luxury spa and fitness center, 3 food and…

Freemark Abbey Winery’s historic stone building was originally constructed in 1886. An important aspect of this project was to preserve the celebrated stone exterior while converting the space into a winery production facility, hospitality center and restaurant. A structural steel framing system was installed as part of a seismic retrofit of the multi-level building. Guests of the winery now get…